I often get asked about online games and activities that support kids’ development, especially when it comes to math. Honestly, it’s a topic I hadn’t explored too deeply until recently. But as I’ve watched how quickly kids pick up on technology and how naturally they navigate screens, I started thinking: why not make some of…
The Best Decodable Readers for Kids
Earlier this week, I shared some tips on how your child can master reading—and let’s be honest, teaching your child to read can feel a little overwhelming! You want to feel confident and for your child to feel successful. If you’ve started exploring how kids learn to read, chances are you’ve come across something called…
Master Early Reading Skills with Decodable Readers
If you’re just beginning the adventure of teaching your child to read, you may have heard the term ‘decodable readers’ tossed around—but what exactly are they? Imagine handing your child a story and watching their eyes light up as they realize: “Hey… I can actually read this!” That’s the magic of decodable readers and mastering…
Bridge Building STEM Challenge for Kindergarten
Children absolutely love a challenge—just saying the word is often enough to spark excitement and curiosity! That’s what makes this bridge-building STEM challenge from the Dinosaur theme in Kindergarten at Home such a hit. It’s hands-on, creative, and packed with opportunities for learning through play. Your child will have a blast experimenting with materials, problem-solving,…
How to Make a Nature Fairy Door
This week, I have been sharing an in-depth look at my outdoor-inspired resource, Nature School: Connect, Learn, and Play Outside. Nature School uses things like rocks, sticks, leaves, flowers, dirt, and sand to help teach your preschooler all sorts of skills through playing outside. Today, I’m going to share one of the Nature School activities…
Turn Milk into Plastic!
Did you know you could turn milk into plastic? I had no idea! I did know that you can turn cream into butter, which is just what I was planning on doing with one of my Kindergarten classes back when I taught in the classroom. We love easy science experiments! There I was, armed with…
How to Make Rock Candy | Edible Science!
What better way to spark kids’ interest in science than with candy? And no, I’m not talking about using candy as a bribe to get them to do schoolwork! I mean, learn the science behind how to make rock candy! This sweet experiment comes from my Edible Science Family Unit Study, and it’s not only…
Plant Science Experiments
The world of plants and seeds is full of fascinating science, just waiting to be explored. In this blog post, I’ve gathered my favorite plant science experiments that are both fun and educational. From sprouting seeds to exploring how light, water, and soil affect plant growth to experiments with flowers and leaves, there’s something here…
Seed Art Spring Craft
Well, I have found my new favorite craft. This seed art project was full of so much learning for my little ones, but perhaps even more importantly, it was… dare I say, relaxing? Generally, when we craft with glue and lots of little bits and pieces, things get messy quickly. But with this seed art…
Making a Snack From Parts of a Plant!
It’s the season for plant lovers! 🌱 Ever wondered what makes up a plant? Well, most plants are made up of six essential parts: roots, stems, leaves, flowers, fruits, and seeds. Each part has its own special job, helping the plant thrive. And guess what? Some plants have more than one edible part—carrot greens and…
